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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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We ask that you arrive at 2pm for a 2:30pm ceremony start.

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I have a food allergy, how do I let you know?

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If you have any food intolerances, please let us know when you RSVP. We will let the venue know well in advance.

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Is there a dress code?

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We would love to see our friends and family get dressed up for our special day. We want you to feel your best, in formal attire.

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Are children welcome?

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Although we love all your children, unfortunately due to venue restrictions, we cannot cater for any other children apart from those in our immediate family. Please see this as opportunity to let your hair down and have a great weekend!

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Will the ceremony be outdoors?

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Our ceremony will take place on the Governor's Lawn of Gabbinbar Homestead. Where drinks will flow around the gardens. Our reception will take place inside the conservatory.

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Can I bring a +1?

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Due to the capacity of the venue, only those who have been invited will be able to attend and who is addressed on the envelope you have received.

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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If you have a vehicle, you are welcome to leave it overnight in Gabbinbar's onsite car park. We kindly ask these are collected the following day. Taxi and uber services are readily available at the end of the reception for guest collection.

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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?

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We will be hosting a casual dinner in Toowoomba the evening before. Details are to come and will be shared with you in advance.

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Where is the closest airport to Gabbinbar Homestead?

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The Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport is located an easy 25 minute drive from Gabbinbar Homestead and has direct flights from Townsville, Sydney and Melbourne. Gabbinbar Homestead is located at a 90 minute drive from the Brisbane Airport.

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

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Whilst we are unable to provide transport to and from hotels, the Gabbinbar team are available to help with transport. There are taxi providers and Uber available in Toowoomba and they all service Gabbinbar Homestead. Guests are welcome to leave their cars overnight in the homestead carpark.

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What accomodation options are available in Toowoomba?

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A number of Gabbinbar's closest neighbors make their homes available on Air BnB for guests attending Gabbinbar Homestead weddings. Alternatively, within an 8-minute drive of Gabbinbar Homestead, there are thousands of rooms of accommodation catering to every budget.

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What is Gabbinbar Homestead's history?

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Gabbinbar Homestead was the former home of Sir Hugh Nelson the premier of Queensland in the late 1800s and the summer resort for Queensland's Governors in the early 1900s. It remained a private home until it was lovingly restored and made available for weddings. Gabbinbar Homestead was first established in 1863. Initially built by Reverend Nelson, Gabbinbar passed to his son Sir Hugh Nelson, Premier of Queensland (1893-1898), and for many years afterwards served as the summer resort for Queensland’s Governors. Barry and Lynda Bernoth started restoring the Homestead in 1997 with Isaac and Melanie Moody completing the restoration from 2011.